Can CBD Treat Vertigo?

  • Dr. Nicole Davis
  • Other
8 min.

✓ Evidence Based


Rate post

Last updated on 24 May 2022

Can CBD aid in relieving vertigo and dizziness?

  • CBD has anti-nausea, neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory properties according to an review from 2012. study conducted by medical professionals from Hannover, Germany ( 1 ).
  • An article published in British Journal of Pharmacology has demonstrated the fact that Cannabidiol (CBD) reduces nausea and vomiting that are caused by chemotherapy as well as various treatments(2).
  • The Journal of Frontiers in Neurology,a 2018 study discovered that consistent and continuous dosages of CBD oil, taken over a long period of time, help decrease the feeling of dizziness ( 3 ). However, the findings don’t provide any direct evidence of CBD oil’s effect on vertigo.
  • CBD isn’t an effective treatment for vertigo by itself however it can aid in relieving the symptoms. Consultation with a doctor is the most effective option before you start making use of CBD to treat vertigo-related symptoms.

How to Choose The Right CBD for Vertigo

Pure CBD oil, tinctures, as well as concentrates, are CBD products that are designed to work with the sublingual application method that is perfect when you are taking CBD to treat vertigo-related symptoms.

CBD products that come in these forms are able to be easily held in the mouth to allow enough time to allow the ingredients to be absorbed into the capillaries of the mouth prior to being taken in ( 33 ).

But regardless of the type of CBD product you choose it is important to take care when used when selecting the most effective CBD oil to treat vertigo symptoms.

The following elements are crucial to assure the safety and security of CBD products purchased: CBD products you purchase:

  1. Study the specific legal requirements that apply for CBD in the region in which it is purchased and utilized.
  2. Buy only from reputable and trustworthy large brands. The majority of the companies that make the top CBD oil products buy hemp from farms that reside within California, Texas, Europe, and Colorado.
  3. If you purchase at an online retailer look up product reviews. If you purchase at a physical shop or dispensary, verify that the shop is licensed from the federal government offer CBD.
  4. The most important thing to look out for when purchasing CBD product is the certification code. Certain certification bodies accept certain CBD products only after a thorough screening test.
  5. Compare the claims of companies about the effectiveness of their products against the third-party lab tests.
  6. Consultation with a reputable medical professional with experience in CBD usage is a good idea prior to purchasing the initial bottle of CBD.

CBD Dosage For Vertigo

There is no standards for CBD dosages for vertigo that are prescribed. Therefore, it is recommended to begin with a dose that is suggested and is listed on the label of the product.

Noting any changes or adverse effects that might be encountered during therapy could be helpful.

How to Take CBD Oil for Vertigo

When vertigo symptoms appear abruptly and suddenly, sublingual methods of CBD CBD could be the best option.

In this method, CBD oil can be held beneath the tongue for as long as 90 seconds, allowing enough time to the mucous membranes of your mouths to take in the active ingredients of the oil before it is swallowed.

The advantage of this sublingual procedure can be that CBD oil does not interfere with digestion system and liver metabolism, allowing the compound to enter the bloodstream and connect with the ECS faster (3 4 ).

Pure CBD oil, tinctures, as well as concentrates, are CBD products that work well for sublingual application.

However, consulting with a doctor is a great idea prior to taking CBD supplements. CBD supplements to make sure there aren’t any adverse reactions to medications already in use.

Understanding Vertigo

The data taken from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that around 35% percent of Americans older than 40 were suffering from some kind of vestibular dysfunction. The most frequent of which is vertigo ( 35 ).

Researchers from a study that was that was published in JAMA Internal Medicine Journal found that, while vertigo and dizziness are both common however the reason for this condition is often not understood. ( 36 ).

The authors further stated, “The underestimation of dizziness and vertigo symptoms with regard to their effect on personal and health care is reflected in the fact that large percentages of the underlying disorders remain underdiagnosed and, therefore, are presumed to be insufficiently treated.”


What Causes Vertigo?

Vertigo can be caused by a variety of causes, such as internal ear infections as well as migraines. It can also be caused through certain medications, such as those that combat anxiety, hypertension as well as anxiety(37).

But, one of the most frequent causes is an inner-ear disorder known as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) ( 38 ).

BPPV is thought that it is caused due to the calcium carbonate crystals (otoconia) falling loose in the canals of the ears. BPPV could be caused by a head injury, or damage due to an inner ear disorder, or the degeneration in the vestibular system within the inner ear as a result of the aging process.

While there is an connection with BPPV and osteoporosis, in the majority of cases there is no established reason (39 ).

Meniere’s disease is an ear disorder that can cause an ear feeling full or congestion in the ear, extreme dizziness (vertigo) and ringing in the ear (tinnitus) and loss of hearing. Most often, the disease is only affecting one ear.

The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) estimates that over 600,000 individuals across the United States are currently diagnosed with Meniere’s disease . in 2017, there are 45,500 cases being diagnosed every annually ( 40 ).

Labyrinthitis refers to the inflammation and swelling of the ear’s inner part that can lead to vertigo and loss.

Labyrinthitis can be due to a viral infection, and occasionally, it is caused by bacteria. A cold or flu can cause the condition. Other reasons include allergies or medications which can cause damage to the ear’s inner.

Smoking or drinking large quantities of alcohol, or stress can increase a person’s likelihood of contracting Labyrinthitis ( 41 ).

There are instances where vertigo is a side effect of medical conditions, there are times where doctors are puzzled by the cause of vertigo in certain people.

Understanding CBD

Medical marijuana can be described as a non-toxic remedy that comes that comes from the Cannabis Sativa or Cannabis indica plant family. Cannabis and hemp are both the primary species of Cannabis Sativa.

The term “medical cannabis” is used to describe that refers to any medicine derived from cannabis, and it is frequently used in conjunction with medical marijuana.

Of the many active compounds found in a Cannabis sativa plant, two are of interest for medical purposes: THC (delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol).

THC produces psychoactive effects such as nausea and dizziness when consumed in large amounts. CBD is a cannabinoid that is primarily made by hemp is best recognized for its healing properties without the euphoric buzz.

The medicines made of Cannabis indica plants contain higher CBD as well as lower THC count. In contrast, the medicines derived from Cannabis sativa are lower in CBD and have more THC levels.

CBD oil comes from the flowers, stalks, and leaves of hemp plants. Hemp oil, also known as hemp seed oil is derived of hemp seeds that have a low or no CBD content.

According to U.S. federal law, the use of the whole plant Cannabis sativa and its derivatives for any purpose is prohibited. However, CBD derived from the hemp plant, which contains less than 0.3 percent THC is legally consumed ( 42 ).

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved or recognized the marijuana plant as a medicine.

For more information on studies related to cannabis, go to https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

Conclusion

There’s a lot of complexity when the use of CBD oil to treat vertigo in a direct manner. Vertigo is a complex condition, and it’s difficult to determine whether or not the intense and sudden dizziness is a sign of an underlying medical condition.

While CBD oil can be an option for treating conditions that cause vertigo, it isn’t always a cure for vertigo by itself.

However, CBD’s anti-nausea, neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory properties, as demonstrated in a few studies, could be a solution for vertigo-related symptoms that sufferers are experiencing.

But, prior to beginning the CBD program, it will be beneficial for those who wish to incorporate CBD in their treatment to conduct some thorough research and be cautious when deciding the CBD products to utilize.

  1. Grotenhermen F Grotenhermen F, Muller-Vahl K. The therapeutic benefits of cannabinoids and cannabis. Dtsch Arztebl Int. 2012;109(29-30):495-501. doi:10.3238/arztebl.2012.0495.
  2. Parker LA, Rock EM, Limebeer CL. Control of vomiting and nausea by cannabinoids. Br J Pharmacol. 2011;163(7):1411-1422. doi:10.1111/j.1476-5381.2010.01176.x.
  3. Pamplona FA, da Silva LR, Coan AC. Potential clinical benefits of CBD-rich Cannabis Extracts over Pure CBD in Epilepsy Treatment-Resistant The Observational Data Meta-analysis was published The correction published in the journal appears within Front Neurol. 2019 Jan 10;9:1050]. Front Neurol. 2018;9:759. Published 2018 Sep 12. doi:10.3389/fneur.2018.00759.
  4. Sloane PD. Diazziness in primary treatment. Results of the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey. J Fam Pract. 1989 Jul;29(1):33-8.
  5. MedlinePlus. (2016, Aug 8). Dizziness and Vertigo. Retrieved from https://medlineplus.gov/dizzinessandvertigo.html.
  6. Pamplona FA, da Silva LR, Coan AC. Potential clinical benefits of CBD-rich Cannabis Extracts over Pure CBD in Epilepsy Treatment-Resistant The Observational Data Meta-analysis was published [the correction is within Front Neurol. 2019 Jan 10;9:1050]. Front Neurol. 2018;9:759. Published 2018 Sep 12. doi:10.3389/fneur.2018.00759.
  7. Parker LA. op. cit.
  8. Rajesh M, Mukhopadhyay P, Batkai S, et al. Cannabidiol reduces the high glucose-induced endothelial cell inflammation response and disruption of the barrier. Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol. 2007;293(1):H610-H619. doi:10.1152/ajpheart.00236.2007.
  9. Barnes MP. Sativex Clinical efficacy and tolerability for treating the symptoms of multiple sclerosis and neuropathy pain. Expert Opin Pharmacother. 2007;7:607-615; Pacher P, Batkai S, Kunos G. The Endocannabinoid system is an emerging drug target. Pharmacol Rev. 2006;58:389-462.
  10. Alger BE. Getting High on the Endocannabinoid System. Cerebrum Dana Forum Brain Sci. 2013;2013; Maccarrone M, Bab I, Biro T, et al. Endocannabinoid signalling at the periphery: fifty years on from THC. Trends Pharmacol Sci. 2015;36(5):277-296.doi:10.1016/j.tips.2015.02.008.
  11. Cabral GA, Griffin-Thomas L. The role of cannabinoid receptor CB2 in the regulation of immune function and therapeutic options for neuroinflammation. Expert Rev Mol Med. 2009;11:e3. Published 2009 Jan 20. doi:10.1017/S1462399409000957.
  12. VeDA. Can medication help me feel better? Retrieved from https://vestibular.org/understanding-vestibular-disorders/treatment/vestibular-medication.
  13. Darkovska-Serafimovska M, Serafimovska T, Arsova-Sarafinovska Z, Stefanoski S, Keskovski Z, Balkanov T. Pharmacotherapeutic considerations for use of cannabinoids to relieve pain in patients with malignant diseases. J Pain Res. 2018;11:837-842. Published 2018 Apr 23. doi:10.2147/JPR.S160556.
  14. Bruni N, Della Pepa C, Oliaro-Bosso S, Pessione E, Gastaldi D, Dosio F. Cannabinoid Delivery Systems for Pain and Inflammation Treatment. Molecules. 2018;23(10):2478. Published 2018 Sep 27. doi:10.3390/molecules23102478.
  15. Pamplona FA, op. cit.
  16. Expert Committee on Drug Dependence Fortieth Meeting. Cannabidiol (CBD) Critical Review Report. June 2018. https://www.who.int/medicines/access/controlled-substances/WHOCBDReportMay2018-2.pdf.
  17. Iffland K, Grotenhermen F. An Update on Safety and Side Effects of Cannabidiol: A Review of Clinical Data and Relevant Animal Studies. Cannabis Cannabinoid Res. 2017;2(1):139-154. Published 2017 Jun 1. doi:10.1089/can.2016.0034.
  18. Bauer, B. (2018, Dec 20). What are the advantages of CBD — and is it suitable for use? Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/expert-answers/is-cbd-safe-and-effective/faq-20446700.
  19. Iffland K. op. cit.
  20. Alsherbiny MA, Li CG. Medicinal Cannabis-Potential Drug Interactions. Medicines (Basel). 2018;6(1):3. Published 2018 Dec 23. doi:10.3390/medicines6010003.
  21. Swartz R, Longwell P. Treatment of vertigo.Am Fam Physician. 2005 Mar 15;71(6):1115-22.
  22. Quigley EM, Hasler WL, Parkman HP. AGA technical review of nausea and vomiting. Gastroenterology. 2001;120:263-86.
  23. Mayo Clinic. Meclizine (Oral Route). Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/meclizine-oral-route/side-effects/drg-20075849?p=1.
  24. Ibid.
  25. Han BI, Song HS, Kim JS. Vestibular rehabilitation therapy Review of the factors, the mechanisms and the most important exercises. J Clin Neurol. 2011;7(4):184-196. doi:10.3988/jcn.2011.7.4.184.
  26. Johns Hopkins Medicine. Home Epley Maneuver. Retrieved from https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/home-epley-maneuver.
  27. DiSogra, R. Audiology Today. (2019, July/August). Essential Oils for Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Vertigo. Retrieved from https://www.audiology.org/audiology-today-julyaugust-2019/essential-oils-hearing-loss-tinnitus-and-vertigo.
  28. Ibid.
  29. Koulivand PH, Khaleghi Ghadiri M, Gorji A. The nervous system and lavender. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2013;2013:681304. doi:10.1155/2013/681304.
  30. DiNicolantonio JJ, O’Keefe JS, Wilson W. Subclinical magnesium deficiency is a major cause of heart disease, and is a health emergency [published correction in Open Heart. 2018 Apr 5;5(1):e000668corr1]. Open Heart. 2018;5(1):e000668. Published 2018 Jan 13. doi:10.1136/openhrt-2017-000668.
  31. Mayo Clinic. (2020, Jan 1). Antihistamine (Oral Route, Parenteral Route, Rectal Route). Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/antihistamine-oral-route-parenteral-route-rectal-route/side-effects/drg-20070373.
  32. Better Health Channel. Vertigo and dizziness. Retrieved from https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/ConditionsAndTreatments/dizziness-and-vertigo.
  33. ECHO. (2017, April 24). How to Take CBD Oil: Ingestion, Sublingual, Topical and Inhalation Options. Retrieved from https://echoconnection.org/how-take-cbd-oil-options/.
  34. Ibid.
  35. Agrawal Y, Carey JP, Della Santina CC, Schubert MC, Minor LB. Disorders of Balance and Vestibular Function in US Adults: Data From the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2001-2004. Arch Intern Med. 2009;169(10):938-944. doi:10.1001/archinternmed.2009.66.
  36. Neuhauser HK, Radtke A, von Brevern M, Lezius F, Feldmann M, Lempert T. Burden of Dizziness and Vertigo in the Community. Arch Intern Med. 2008;168(19):2118-2124. doi:10.1001/archinte.168.19.2118.
  37. Stepko, B. (2019, Oct 14). AARP. How to stop Vertigo What should you do if the room begins spinning. Retrieved from https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2019/vertigo-causes-treatments.html.
  38. Ibid.
  39. Better Health Channel. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo-bppv.
  40. NIDCD Information Clearinghouse. (2017, Feb 13). Meniere’s Disease. Retrieved from https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/menieres-disease.
  41. MedlinePlus. Labyrinthitis. Retrieved from https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001054.htm.
  42. Mayo Clinic. Medical marijuana. Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/in-depth/medical-marijuana/art-20137855.

Author

nicole davis
Dr. Nicole Davis
Integrative medicine specialist | View posts

Nicole Davis is a integrative medicine specialist who focuses on sleep and fatigue. She has extensively explored the therapeutic properties of cannabis, and provides specialized treatment plans according to personal symptoms. Dr. Davis is passionate about helping people feel their best, and believes that everyone deserves access to quality healthcare.

Connect with CBD users on Facebook

Do you want to benefit from the experience of other CBD users? Do you have questions about CBD? Check out this active CBD group on Facebook.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *